Retired Central Government officers can apply for nine Consultant posts with the Office of the Additional Director General of Foreign Trade, Mumbai, by 5 November 2026. The listed qualifications include specified retirement ranks, relevant secretariat experience and computer skills; applicants should check that each criterion applies to their selected post.
Vacancy Summary
| Organization | DGFT |
|---|---|
| Positions | Consultant |
| Vacancies | 9 |
| Qualification | Retired Staff |
| Advertisement number | F.NO.75/02/2022-2025/HRD |
| Application deadline | 05-11-2026 |
The Office of the Additional Director General of Foreign Trade, Mumbai, an attached office of the Department of Commerce, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, is recruiting Consultants on a contract basis under Vacancy Circular F.NO.75/02/2022-2025/HRD.
How to Apply
- Complete the application form printed with the circular, titled “Application for the post of Consultant on contract basis.”
- Paste your photograph in the space provided and sign and date the undertaking.
- Attach the documents listed below and email the application by 5 November 2026. The source does not provide an email address.
A hard copy may also be sent to: Deputy DGFT (HRD), O/o Addl.DGFT, Nishtha Bhavan, 48, Sir Vithaldas Thackersey Marg, Churchgate, Mumbai - 400020. Incomplete applications and applications received after the due date will be rejected. A separate sheet may be annexed if the experience details do not fit on the form.
The form asks for personal and contact details, educational qualification, retirement and service details, PPO and identification details, departmental examinations, experience and knowledge of MS Office tools. The undertaking includes declarations about the accuracy of the particulars, vigilance status at retirement and acceptance of the circular’s terms.
Eligibility
The notice invites applications only from retired Government officers or officials. Applicants must have retired from Central Government Ministries or Departments, or their attached or subordinate offices, at the specified rank or equivalent.
- Retirement rank: Assistant Section Officer or Section Officer to the Government of India, or equivalent; or Under Secretary to the Government of India, or equivalent.
- Experience: Substantive secretariat experience in noting, drafting and typing, in areas such as policy or scheme monitoring and implementation, disbursal or allocation of funds, budget and accounts, establishment, and cash.
- Computer skills: Familiarity with MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel, and the ability to print notes, drafts and office memoranda as required.
- Health: Applicants should be in good health to discharge official duties effectively.
The notice does not specify a minimum educational qualification. The form asks applicants to provide their educational qualification.
Documents to Prepare
- Copy of PPO
- Last salary slip
- Aadhaar card
- Photograph to be pasted on the application form
Age Limit
Applicants must not have attained 64 years of age on the closing date, 5 November 2026.
Salary
Remuneration is the last pay drawn minus pension, plus the TA drawn at the time of retirement. No DA component is involved. The initial contract is for one year from the date of joining and may be extended or curtailed at the discretion of the Competent Authority.
Normal working hours are 9:30 am to 6:00 pm. Consultants may be called to work beyond normal hours or on holidays in exigencies, without extra compensation. Paid leave may be allowed at 1.5 days for each completed month of service, subject to the circular’s conditions.
Important Dates
- Vacancy circular dated: 16 October 2026
- Last date to apply: 5 November 2026
The notice describes the role as examining cases, proposals and policy issues against Central Government rules and regulations, preparing briefs and presentations, and analysing proposals assigned by controlling officers.
During the contract, Consultants may not accept another assignment or consultancy. They must maintain confidentiality during and after the engagement and meet the conduct standards set out in the circular. Either side may end the engagement with one month’s notice or pay in lieu; DGFT may also end it for serious failure to perform duties or observe conduct standards.
Application deadline: 05-11-2026
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Eligible retired officers should complete the circular’s application form, attach the specified documents and submit it by 5 November 2026.
